Home > Arsenal Football Club > The Team > Players - Coaches
I. KERREA GILBERT-ARSENAL CHALLENGES JIMMY BULLARD-WIGAN Wigan 1
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Arsenal Football Club
I. KERREA GILBERT-ARSENAL CHALLENGES JIMMY BULLARD-WIGAN Wigan 1
KERREA GILBERT-ARSENAL CHALLENGES JIMMY BULLARD-WIGAN Wigan 1:0 Arsenal, Carling Cup Semi-final 1st leg, The JJB Stadium, Wigan, 6/1/2006. Credit: Arsenal Football Club
Arsenal FC are a professional football club based in Islington, London, England
Media ID 238008
© 2006 Arsenal Football Club PLC. All Rights Reserved
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this electrifying moment captured at The JJB Stadium on January 6,2006, Arsenal's Kerrea Gilbert (left) fiercely challenges Wigan Athletic's Jimmy Bullard during the Carling Cup Semi-final first leg. With the scoreline at 1-0 in favor of Arsenal, the tension was palpable as both teams vied for supremacy in this highly anticipated match. Gilbert, a versatile defender known for his tenacity and determination, was a key player for Arsenal that season. His ability to read the game and make decisive interceptions was invaluable to the team's defensive efforts. In this instance, he puts his skills on display as he bravely tackles Bullard, a creative midfielder from Wigan, who was notorious for his quick footwork and agility. Bullard, on the other hand, was a formidable opponent, renowned for his technical prowess and ability to dictate the tempo of the game. His vision and passing skills were crucial to Wigan's attacking strategies. However, in this moment, he is left momentarily off-balance by Gilbert's assertive challenge, giving Arsenal a brief reprieve. The Carling Cup Semi-final was a closely contested series, with both teams demonstrating their unique strengths and weaknesses. This photograph encapsulates the intensity and competitiveness of the encounter, as well as the crucial role that individual players can have in determining the outcome of a match. Ultimately, Arsenal emerged victorious, securing their place in the final with a 2-0 aggregate score.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
